Drive Medical Raised Toilet Seat with Lock – 4.5", 300 lb
Drive Medical™ 4.5-Inch Raised Toilet Seat with Lock for Elongated Toilets
4.5-Inch Seating Height Addition, Tool-Free Manual Locking System, Wide Front & Back Hygiene Openings, and Lightweight 4 lb Portable Build
Lowering onto a standard-height toilet and pushing up to stand can be painful and hazardous for individuals recovering from hip or knee surgery, managing severe joint stiffness, or coping with reduced lower-body strength. Standard low toilet bowls require extensive knee bending that increases fall risk. The Drive Medical™ 4.5-Inch Raised Toilet Seat with Lock adds 4.5 inches of essential seating elevation, significantly reducing physical exertion during sitting and standing transitions.
Sized specifically to fit most elongated toilet bowl configurations, this elevated riser features a tool-free manual locking mechanism that attaches securely to the porcelain bowl lip to prevent sliding or tipping. Designed with generous front and rear cutout openings for easy personal hygiene access, this 4 lb lightweight seat is constructed from heavy-duty plastic with recycled content, combining long-lasting durability with easy portability for travel or temporary home recovery.
Key Performance Features & Benefits
- 4.5-Inch Height Boost: Adds 4.5 inches of elevation to lessen hip and knee bending during sit-to-stand transitions.
- Tool-Free Locking Mechanism: Manual locking clamp tightens securely onto the toilet bowl rim to eliminate shifting and tipping.
- Wide Hygiene Access Openings: Ergonomic front and rear cutouts provide clear access for personal cleaning and hygiene care.
- Universal Elongated Fit: Engineered specifically to fit most residential and commercial elongated toilet bowl shapes.
- Lightweight & Portable (4 lbs): Weighs only 4 pounds, making it simple to detach, sanitize, or transport for travel.
- Durable Composite Construction: Built from heavy-duty plastic with recycled content supporting up to 300 lbs safely.
- 100% FSA / HSA Eligible: Qualified medical bath safety accessory eligible for pre-tax Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account reimbursement.
Bath Safety Specialist Insight: Elongated toilet bowls require a riser specifically contoured for their longer oval shape to ensure proper weight distribution. The manual front-locking mechanism on this Drive model grips the bowl rim tightly, preventing lateral movement when a user shifts weight during sitting or standing transfers.
Detailed Technical Specifications
- Master Brand / Manufacturer Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare®
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN) 12014
- Seat Height Elevation Addition 4.5 Inches (11.4 cm)
- Physical Seat Dimensions 17" Width x 16.5" Depth x 4.5" Height
- Maximum Weight Capacity 300 lbs (136.1 kg) Safety Rating
- Product Net Weight 4.0 lbs (Lightweight Portable Design)
- Primary Material Composition Heavy-Duty Molded Plastic w/ Recycled Content
- Toilet Bowl Compatibility Designed for Most Elongated Toilet Bowls
- Factory Limited Warranty Limited Lifetime Manufacturer Warranty
- UNSPSC Commodity Code 42211607 (Toilet Seat Elevators & Risers)
- Account & Tax Compliance 100% FSA / HSA Eligible Item
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Will this 4.5-inch raised toilet seat fit standard round toilets?
A: Model 12014 is engineered specifically for elongated toilet bowls. For standard round toilet bowls, please select a round-compatible raised toilet seat model for proper rim fitting.
Q: Do I need tools to install or remove this locking seat riser?
A: No. The manual locking mechanism features a hand-turned knob that clamps directly to the bowl rim without requiring tools or permanent hardware installation.
Q: How do I clean and care for this raised toilet seat?
A: Simply loosen the locking knob to detach the 4 lb seat. Wipe clean with warm water and mild soap or standard household bathroom disinfectant wipes.
Retail Disclaimer: Technical specifications, dimensions, and weight ratings are compiled directly from manufacturer technical reference indexes (Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare). EnhDme recommends confirming toilet bowl shape prior to checkout. This product is an elevated raised toilet seat.
⚠ WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
